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Classic shortbread gets updated with cocoa and coffee with spectacular results. Eat these delectable shortbreads as is or use as a garnish for ice cream.

Mocha Shortbread

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Baking Cocoa
4 tablespoons French Roast NESCAFÉ® Gourmet Instant Coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons granulated sugar

1. Preheat oven to 300° F.
2. Combine flour and cocoa in a large bowl. Combine Nescafé and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl. Stir until coffee is dissolved. Add butter, ½ cup sugar and salt; beat until combined. Add flour mixture; mix just until incorporated. Press dough into ungreased 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom or 9-inch-round cake pan.
3. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until firm. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar. Cool in pan on wire rack for 5 to 10 minutes; cut into wedges.

Makes 16.

Recipe is the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.